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Definition of Polychroite

1. n. The coloring matter of saffron; -- formerly so called because of the change of color on treatment with certain acids; -- called also crocin, and safranin.

Definition of Polychroite

1. Noun. (chemistry) The coloring matter of saffron; -- formerly so called because of the change of color on treatment with certain acids; -- called also crocin, and safranin. ¹

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Medical Definition of Polychroite

1. The colouring matter of saffron; formerly so called because of the change of colour on treatment with certain acids. Synonym: crocin, and safranin. Origin: Poly- + Gr. Colour: cf. F. Polychroite. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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